Motor Vehicles

AFI License: Application Process/Requirements

Age Requirements: Be 18 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license.

AFI Study Material: Obtain study guide & other information relevant to driving in Italy and Apply for AFI License through 31 PCS Welcome Site.

Complete online test:

• Test contains 100 questions and is accessible by government/home computer or mobile phone
• A score of 90/100 must be met to pass; once test is completed, review missed questions to obtain your score
  • • 1st Failure – minimum of 24 hours wait
    • 2nd Failure – minimum of 14 day wait
    • 3rd Failure – minimum of 60 day wait

Attend Traffic Safety Briefing

Conducted Wednesday's during Newcomer’s Orientation/Wyvern Welcome as it is called. Call the Military & Family Readiness Center at 314-632-5407 for more information on the Newcomer Orientation brief. 

Submit application online or by walk-in:

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• Walk-in Application: **PDF License App**
• AFI License Application: Online Application

You must upload or bring in

• Copy of orders (or a logistical support letter, DOCPERS authorization or Command Sponsor Letter)
• Copy of Stateside or EU driver’s license (front and back)
• CAC or ID (Front/Back)
• NATO AFI Driver's License Application

Please allow 3 full business days after all above requirements are met for the license to be completed. This may vary depending on how many applications need to be processed.

Check the expiration date of your current driver’s license before you leave the states!

Motor Vehicles

All privately owned vehicles must be inspected and registered on base. Please refer to the Household Goods Section for information on how to track the shipment of your car, and to find contact information for the Aviano Vehicle Processing Center.

Three Vehicle Limitation

Based on the NATO Status of Forces Agreement for Italy, the maximum amount of vehicles allowed are three vehicles at one time at Aviano. Please note that motorcycles are also counted as vehicles. Mopeds under 50 cc and trailers are NOT counted towards your three vehicles.

Large Vehicles

Many streets and parking spaces are a tight fit for large vehicles. Also, gas is expensive. Command-sponsored individuals will receive authorization to purchase gas vouchers at a reduced price, but the number of liters authorized is based on the size of the engine and is only for one vehicle. Some members do fine; some regret shipping a large vehicle.

Vehicle Purchase

New and used cars are readily available in Italy, from dealers and private sellers. Used vehicles may be more expensive than similar models sold stateside. Used vehicles with automatic transmissions are more difficult to find. The "Lemon Lot" is located near the Commissary parking lot; your sponsor can help you find other advertising, as well as dealer locations. Remember to be judicious when entering into any transaction! There is no tax when purchasing a new car from one of the military-affiliated dealers, but many states will charge their state sales tax if/when you ship it and register it there. Be aware that if you purchase a vehicle that does not have U.S. specifications (specs), you may not be authorized to ship it out. If financing, it is best to get pre-approved through a bona fide financial institution. The Military and Family Readiness Center offers appointments to check your credit report/credit score and make a spending plan (budget).

Vehicle Insurance

Vehicle insurance, especially full coverage, is very expensive in Italy because of the high minimum coverages required. Be sure to factor this into your budget. Costs are based on the usual insurance determinants, and full coverage is more expensive than liability-only coverage. The only two American auto insurance companies are GEICO and USAA.

Motorcycle Rider

Italy Age limits for motorcycle riders:

• Individuals under age 18 may not obtain an AFI license in Italy.
• At age 18, may obtain a motorcycle endorsement to ride bikes which power does not exceed 35 kw.
• At age 24, may operate any size motorcycle.

Note: If motorcycle rider has had a motorcycle endorsement for at least two years, the age limit to ride any size motorcycle is reduced from age 24 to age 20. (Must show proof by providing current license greater than two years old with endorsement or Department of Motor Vehicle paperwork showing the issuance of a motorcycle endorsement at least two years ago.)

Due to these Italian requirements, some personnel choose not to ship their motorcycle, as they may not be able to ride it.

With this being an overseas location, there are no State laws.